W South ST over Middle Raccoon River
PoorGuthrie County, Iowa · 079300504 · Structure no. 000000000501890
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 197 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 358
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W South ST over Middle Raccoon River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying W South ST over Middle Raccoon River in Guthrie County, Iowa. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Iowa average of 45.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 358 vehicles a day, projected to reach 358 by 2043. The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W South ST over Middle Raccoon River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is W South ST over Middle Raccoon River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does W South ST over Middle Raccoon River carry?
About 358 vehicles per day (2022 count).
How long is W South ST over Middle Raccoon River?
The structure is 197 ft (60 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns W South ST over Middle Raccoon River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.